
Q Are there any foods that are good or bad for patellar tendinitis? I am wondering if diet can help with recovery.
A Vitamin C (kiwi and bell peppers), Omega-3 (fatty fish), and antioxidant foods (berries and green and yellow vegetables), which aid in collagen synthesis, are beneficial for tendon recovery. Conversely, fried foods, processed meats, sugars, and alcohol increase the body's inflammatory response, slowing down recovery. Since protein is also essential for tendon collagen resynthesis, it is recommended to consume at least 1.2g of body weight (kg) per day.
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